Sony’s SCD-XA9000ES audio CD player is able to transmit signals in digital format using Direct Stream Digital technology, which enhances the listening experience. This uncompressed output is sent over an iLink stream, which enables easy connection to a variety of outboard D/A converters from a growing number of premium audio suppliers. This CD player can also output analog sound with clarity, by using Tri Power SA DACs.

The chassis is made using Frame and Beam technology from Sony to ensure that distortion is limited. With support for CD, CD-R and CD-RW discs, you will be able to enjoy all of your audio with full clarity and maximizing on the audiophile-grade components of the SCD-XA9000ES, like the gold-plated line outputs and power transformers featuring a twin R-Core design. The powerful remote that is included with this CD player is able to control such functions as the all disc, all track repeat option, so you can set the playback and listen without having to tweak.